Agents and their clients may negotiate the amount of commission.

Real estate agents are required to state all fees and services on their written authorities.

Ideally, the written agreement should be easy for clients to understand.

The real estate agent’s commission or fee must be stated as a dollar amount.

Sellers must write their initials next to the commission rate on the written authority, which should also show any other expenses or costs, which may include marketing or advertising fees.

Sellers should only sign the written authority when they understand and agree to all costs.

See more information on the DMIRS WA website.